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The Wicked Thoughts of the Priest Raigo of Miidera Transform Him into a Rat, 1891. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
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The Wicked Thoughts of the Priest Raigo of Miidera Transform Him into a Rat, 1891. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
The Wicked Thoughts of the Priest Raigo of Miidera Transform Him into a Rat, 1891. From New Forms of the Thirty-six Ghosts
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The Wicked Thoughts of the Priest Raigo of Miidera Transform Him into a Rat" is a captivating woodblock print created by the renowned Japanese artist Tsukioka Yoshitoshi in 1891. This masterpiece is part of the series "New Forms of the Thirty-Six Ghosts," which showcases the artist's unique interpretation of traditional Japanese ghost stories. In this print, we see a solitary figure, the priest Raigo of Miidera, depicted in a state of metamorphosis. Once a revered and respected religious leader, Raigo's wicked thoughts and actions led him to a fate of transformation. According to the folk tale, the priest, driven by starvation and the desire for wealth, resorted to destroying the temple's rice stores. The enraged deities of the temple took retribution, turning Raigo into a rat. The image captures the moment of transformation, with Raigo's human form disintegrating as he morphs into a rat. His face is contorted in a mixture of fear and despair, while his human hands are shown nibbling on rice grains, a stark reminder of his previous actions. The print is rich in detail, with intricate calligraphy and vivid colors that bring the story to life. The setting is the famous Mii Temple in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, Kinki, Japan, during the Meiji Era (1868-1912). The temple, located near Lake Biwa, is a significant Buddhist site and has been a source of inspiration for many artists and writers throughout Japanese history. The print is a testament to the power of folklore and the consequences of wicked thoughts and actions. This woodblock print is a valuable piece of heritage art, showcasing the intricacies of the ukiyo-e tradition. It is now part of the collection at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world.
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